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My Problem

Was getting a mechanical farting sound from my speakers every time the computer attempted to play audio. Embarrassing to say the least. Speakers disappeared from the "sounds" output profile, and all attempts at software or setting modification didn't help. No audio from headphone jacks either, and intermittent red light from port.

My Fix

Followed posted repair guide exactly. The directions were flawless. Repair was successful.

My Advice

In one or two places, the torx or phillips screws were of slightly different lengths even though they looked pretty much the same at first glance. Separate screws by step number in small containers or folded up in paper to keep them straight. Be careful in some locations of the (outer) case as there are some holes into which the screws fit almost perfectly, but they are not the correct places for the screws.

It's time to speak out for your right to repair

Dear Minnesotans,

Right now, Minnesota has a chance to pass the first Fair Repair bill in the nation.
We have a chance to guarantee our right to repair electronics—like smartphones, computers, and even farm equipment.
We have a chance to help the environment and stand up for local repair jobs—the corner mom-and-pop repair shops that keep getting squeezed out by manufacturers.

We've been working with local repair companies, non-profit refurbishers, and tech-savvy politicians to come up with a solution. And they've done just that — Minnesota is the first state to consider a Fair Repair Bill.

If you agree with us, find out who represents you in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
Tell them you support the bipartisan Fair Repair Bill, HF 1048. Tell them that you believe repair
should be fair, affordable, and accessible.

It's time to speak out for your right to repair

Dear New Yorkers,

Right now, New York has a chance to pass the first Fair Repair bill in
the nation. We have a chance to guarantee our right to repair electronics—like
smartphones, computers, and even farm equipment. We have a chance to help
the environment and stand up for local repair jobs—the corner mom-and-pop
repair shops that keep getting squeezed out by manufacturers.